murphy nc: The Murphy Mercantile in Murphy North Carolina
- 02/19/12 12:50 PM
Bill and I were showing homes on Saturday in and around Murphy North Carolina. While circling around the north side of Lake Hiawassee we came across the “Murphy Mercantile” at the corner of Hiawassee Dam Access Road and Joe Brown Highway.

Strangely I didn’t have my camera with me (this is a first) but Bill still stopped so I could snap a shot with my blackberry. This is at least 25 miles out in the middle of nowhere and I’m sure he knew we wouldn’t be back this way for awhile.

Wow - October is literally just around the corner and, If you’ve been planning a trip here to enjoy leaf season in the mountains, you won’t be disappointed. The Dogwoods and Sourwoods have already started to show a tinge of red and the rest can’t be far behind.

While there’s no real way to predict when the absolute perfect color will happen, it’s typically around the third week of October. But don’t dispair, if your plans have you arriving during the (4 comments)

We have had the idea of producing a “Localism Series” about Things to Do In Murphy NC to generate interest in our area. Recently, at the end of our ActiveRain MeetUp, we had the opportunity to run the idea by Catherine Rayburn-Trobaugh. Cathy, as she is affectionately known by her friends, is an exceptional professional writer, author, educator and, most importantly, a Rainmaker! Of course, she’s also a good friend and cherished client!

Students wishing to attend the Fall Semester of Tri-County Community College have until 6:30 pm today, Thursday August 11th, to register. After registering, all students must either verify their financial aid award or pay for classes by NOON on Friday August 12th or they will lose their seats and have to re-register during the Drop/Add period. The Drop/Add Period is from August 15-19 and students will receive a 75% refund for any classes they drop during this period.

Living and working in Murphy, North Carolina is almost like being on vacation everyday (go with me here - I said ALMOST!). Think about it, we get to live and work where many people come to vacation.

Since it seems like the trend today is to share photographs, I took a stroll through several of our online albums and pulled some of my favorite shots that capture the beauty of the area.

Trying to pick just a few was very difficult and looking at them (5 comments)

murphy nc: PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS WE LOVE - First In A Series
- 05/12/11 11:15 AM
This is the first in a series of articles to introduce you to some of the people, places and things in Cherokee County, North Carolina that we love.Murphy, the county seat of Cherokee County, North Carolina is a quaint little town in the far southwestern tip of the state. Bordered by Georgia and Tennessee, it is where the mountains meet the sky. It is literally where more land is owned and maintained by the US Forestry Service than by private individuals.

When you visit Murphy, please make time in your schedule to visit Mountain Spirit Essentials conveniently located at (6 comments)

If you have been thinking about a visit to Murphy -now is the time. Cherokee County is situated in Western North Carolina, where forested mountains (rather than skyscrapers) seem to touch the sky. The lakes sparkle. The air is crisp and clean. The charm of small town America still exists.

This race is certified by US Track and Field (NC-11030-PH) and will be chip-timed.

There will be lots of fun stuff along the route to make it more fun for (3 comments)

Whether you are vacationing in Murphy, North Carolina or live here full time, you’ve got to check out the Downtown Farmer’s Market. It’s held on the square in downtown Murphy every Saturday from now into Fall. This is THE place to come if you want to get a taste of what life here is like. It’s laid back, friendly and you’re bound to make a new friend or two. Plus, you can find everything imaginable from fresh fruits and vegetables to hand-made, one of a kind pottery. There are fresh jellies, banana nut bread and home-made pickles, (8 comments)

murphy nc: And The Radio Played On.....
- 05/06/11 02:53 PM
It started with a call from a customer that wanted to want to see a very rustic log cabin in an extremely remote area. Two guys, passing through town on motorcycles, one of which wanted to buy a cabin. I had shown this cabin to a lovely couple just the week before so I knew how far out it was. Since they wanted to meet me in the little town close to the cabin rather than the safety of the office, needless to say, my radar was on high alert. This is one of those times when I am so thankful (9 comments)

murphy nc: FREDDIE MAC SAYS RATES ARE DRIFTING....LOWER!!!
- 05/05/11 06:37 AM
Freddie Mac just announced that mortgage rates are drifting LOWER!!! Of the lenders it surveys, the Freddie Mac report released today indicates that the rate for a 30-year, fixed rate mortgage was averaging 4.71% as compared with 4.78% just one week ago.

Rates for 15-year loans dipped from an average of 3.89% to 3.97%. According to Freddie Mac, these 15-year loans are popular for refinance. Of course, these buyers must be well-qualified with a solid credit score and are putting at least 20% down. Personally I think this is excellent news and should continue to reinforce consumer confidence in the (5 comments)

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